BIM Manager

Mercury GmbH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury GmbH is seeking an experienced BIM Manager to lead BIM delivery across complex projects. You will drive digital construction strategies, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure BEP alignment with EIR/AIR requirements.

The role focuses on BIM governance, model coordination, and data handover, with an emphasis on Offsite Manufacturing, DfMA, and automated workflows. Candidates should bring strong leadership and a track record on major data centre or life sciences projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in BIM, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Significant experience managing BIM delivery on large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of ISO 19650 and information management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary BIM coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead BIM leadership and digital strategy across the project lifecycle.
• Define and manage BIM objectives in line with BEP, EIR, and AIR requirements.
• Oversee BIM governance, information management, and CDE processes.
• Coordinate development of 3D models, GA drawings, and MEP layouts.
• Manage BIM clash detection, coordination meetings, and model reviews.
• Support OSM, DfMA, and digital fabrication initiatives.
• Provide site support for BIM implementation and field coordination.
• Deliver COBie data and digital handover requirements.

Skills

BIM management

Leadership

Digital strategy

Coordination

Education

Degree in BIM/Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

CDE

Job description

Mercury is the European leader in construction solutions.

We build and manage complex engineering & construction projects for the world’s leading corporations. Our solutions help deliver technologies and life-changing advancements that connect people, communities, and businesses, giving them the power to achieve incredible things. Our people have the courage to be innovative. Their determination and sharp focus enable us to deliver with certainty, time and time again.

We deliver our clients’ visions through leading-edge construction solutions across multiple sectors, including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, and Fire Protection.

At Mercury, it is our duty to encourage and support our people to realise their vision of themselves. We place them at the heart of what we do, providing challenging opportunities to develop within a great team in a supportive environment that allows them to reach their full potential.

Scope of the Role

The BIM Manager is responsible for leading and managing all BIM, Digital Construction, and Information Management activities across the project lifecycle. The role ensures the successful delivery of coordinated BIM models, digital workflows, asset information, and construction outputs in line with project requirements, industry standards, and business objectives. The BIM Manager will work closely with project teams, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and manufacturing partners to drive innovation, digital adoption, and efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

BIM Leadership & Digital Strategy

• Lead the implementation of BIM and Digital Construction strategies aligned with project and business objectives.
• Act as the primary BIM and digital engineering point of contact for the project.
• Define and manage BIM objectives in line with Employer Information Requirements (EIR) and Asset Information Requirements (AIR).
• Drive the adoption of Offsite Manufacturing (OSM), Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA), automation, AI tools, and digital fabrication methodologies.
• Promote innovation, standardisation, and continuous improvement across BIM and digital delivery functions.
• Lead, mentor, and manage BIM teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Plan and allocate resources in line with project programme requirements.
• Assess BIM capability, digital readiness, and surveying capacity across project teams and subcontractors.
• Support training, development, and upskilling of BIM personnel.
• Foster collaboration between BIM, design, construction, and manufacturing teams.

BIM Governance & Information Management

• Develop, implement, and manage the BIM Execution Plan (BEP).
• Ensure compliance with ISO 19650 standards, Mercury procedures, and project requirements.
• Manage Information Delivery Plans (MIDP, TIDP, and MPDP).
• Oversee the Common Data Environment (CDE) and document control processes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of BIM standards, procedures, and workflows.

Model, Drawing & Data Management

• Take ownership of the production, coordination, and quality assurance of BIM models and project drawings.
• Oversee the development of coordinated 3D models and MEP layouts.
• Manage combined services and penetration drawings.
• Coordinate support systems and containment detailing.
• Oversee General Arrangement (GA) drawings and prefabrication deliverables.
• Manage technical drawings, bills of materials, and procurement schedules.
• Ensure consistency across models, drawings, schedules, and construction data.
• Maintain drawing registers, revision controls, and CDE records.
• Deliver BIM outputs aligned with project sequencing, programme requirements, and 4D planning activities.

Coordination & Technical Delivery

• Lead multidisciplinary BIM coordination and clash detection activities.
• Facilitate coordination meetings and model review sessions.
• Establish efficient workflows between BIM, design, and construction teams.
• Resolve constructability and design coordination issues.
• Escalate technical risks and project constraints where necessary.
• Participate in client, design, and construction meetings to support project delivery.

OSM & Digital Fabrication

• Drive BIM-enabled OSM and DfMA processes.
• Develop models to support modular construction and prefabrication initiatives.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners to ensure models are suitable for production and installation.
• Support fabrication outputs and digital manufacturing processes.

Construction & Site Support

• Support site teams in interpreting BIM models and implementing design intent.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and consultants to ensure accurate installation.
• Ensure federated models reflect current construction status and approved design changes.
• Assist with site-based coordination and construction challenges.

Surveying & Reality Capture

• Manage surveying, laser scanning, and reality capture activities.
• Oversee digital setting-out processes using robotic total stations and site-print technologies.
• Prepare BIM data for site execution activities, including penetrations and support layouts.
• Ensure alignment between BIM models, site conditions, and as-built information.

Asset Information & Handover

• Manage asset information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure alignment between BIM models, construction records, and asset registers.
• Deliver COBie data and digital handover documentation in accordance with EIR and AIR requirements.
• Support project closeout and digital asset handover activities.

Automation & Emerging Technologies

• Implement automation workflows to improve delivery efficiency and standardisation.
• Support the use of AI-assisted tools for model validation, clash management, and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive BIM processes.
• Ensure digital tools and workflows comply with project governance requirements.

Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure BIM deliverables meet QA/QC requirements.
• Support project safety initiatives and EHS compliance activities.
• Promote the safe use of digital tools and site technologies.
• Undertake site engagement activities to ensure BIM implementation aligns with construction operations.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Produce weekly and monthly BIM reports covering progress, resources, risks, constraints, and programme status.
• Escalate critical issues to project and senior management teams.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project updates as required.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

• Degree qualification in BIM, Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience managing BIM delivery on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of ISO 19650 and information management principles.
• Proven experience developing and managing BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Extensive knowledge of BIM software platforms, including Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Common Data Environments.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary BIM coordination activities.
• Knowledge of Offsite Manufacturing (OSM), DfMA, modularisation, and digital construction methodologies.
• Experience managing BIM teams and coordinating subcontractors and external consultants.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project delivery, and site operations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to demanding project schedules.
• Experience working on Data Centre, Life Sciences, Advanced Technology, or Mission Critical projects.
• Experience with laser scanning, reality capture, and digital surveying technologies.
• Familiarity with automation tools, scripting, and AI-enabled BIM workflows.
• Experience delivering COBie data and digital handover requirements.
• Professional accreditation or membership of a recognised industry body.
• Experience mentoring and developing BIM and digital engineering professionals.

Mercury is an equal opportunities employer.